11 days in Algeria Itinerary

Not to be confused with Constantinople, the historical city from 330 to 1453 in Thrace, now Istanbul, Turkey.Constantine is the capital of Constantine Province in north-eastern Algeria. Kick off your visit on the 27th (Fri): snap pictures at Pont des Chutes, take in the spiritual surroundings of Emir Abdelkader Mosquee, and then don't miss a visit to Monument Aux Morts. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Sat): make a trip to Mellah Slimane Footbridge, admire the landmark architecture of Palais d'Ahmed Bey, then snap pictures at Pont Sidi M’Cid, and finally snap pictures at Pont Sidi Rached.

For photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Constantine online trip maker.

Paris, France to Constantine is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and ferry; or drive. When traveling from Paris in January, plan for somewhat warmer days in Constantine, with highs around 15°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Algiers.

Overlooking a scenic bay, the Mediterranean port city of Algiers enthralls visitors with its imposing skyline, a blend of French colonial buildings, run-down high-rises, and whitewashed Islamic architecture nestled on the hillside.

Algiers is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in nature's colorful creations at Le Jardin d'Essai du Hamma, explore the world behind art at National Museum of Fine Arts of Algiers, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique Notre Dame d'Afrique, and see the interesting displays at Musee National du Bardo.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Algiers trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Constantine to Algiers takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Constantine in January: high temperatures in Algiers hover around 20°C and lows are around 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can drive to Tipasa.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): don't miss a visit to Tipasa Archaeological Park, then contemplate the long history of Tombeau de la Chretienne, and then explore the ancient world of Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania.

To find other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Tipasa vacation site.

Getting from Algiers to Tipasa by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and car. In February, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can fly to Tlemcen.

Tlemcen is a city in north-western Algeria, and the capital of the province of the same name. Spend the 5th (Sun) exploring nature at Tlemcen National Park. And it doesn't end there: Head underground at Les Grottes de Beni Add, walk around Parc Lalla Setti, don't miss a visit to Citadelle et Palais El Mechouar, and explore the ancient world of Great Mosque.

For where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Tlemcen trip maker website.

You can fly from Tipasa to Tlemcen in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Tipasa to Tlemcen due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in February, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Oran.

A cultural hub of Algeria, the coastal city of Oran boasts a long and varied history, from its founding by Moorish merchants in the 10th century, through centuries of Spanish, Ottoman, and French rule, and Algeria's bloody war for independence.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Mon): make a trip to La Gare d'Oran, then steep yourself in history at Fort Santa Cruz, and then don't miss a visit to La Porte d'Espagne.

For reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Oran holiday planner.

Getting from Tlemcen to Oran by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in February, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.